LONDON: Boris Johnson has signed off on a parliamentary report into alleged Russian interference in the UK democratic process.The Prime Minister cleared the Commons Intelligence and Security Committee (ISC) report, meaning it can be published once the committee re-forms after Parliament has returned. It follows fierce criticism over the government’s refusal to publish it ahead of the General Election.Johnson’s official spokesman told a Westminster briefing: “In line with his responsibilities under the Justice and Security Act 2013, the Prime Minister carefully considered the report of the former committee. He is content publication would not prejudice the functions of those bodies that safeguard our national security. Publication will be a matter for the new ISC in due course.”The ISC oversees the work of the agencies — MI5, MI6 and GCHQ — and in the course of its work has access to highly sensitive intelligence material. Its reports are submitted to the government before publication to ensure no sensitive information is inadvertently made public.
12-17-2019, 07:02 AM
Johnson signs off on ?Russian interference? report
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